How to Take Cephaloridine and it's Dose

Last Updated on Feb 24, 2023

• Cephaloridine should be taken via intrathecal for the duration of 24 hours and via intramuscular for the duration of 12 hours.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

• The recommended dose for cephaloridine is a daily dose of 1 to 3 g.
• Doses more than 4 g can prove to be nephrotoxic to the patients.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

• Cephaloridine is contraindicated in patients with a history of severe allergic reactions to penicillin and cephalosporin antibiotics.
• Alcohol should be avoided when taking cephaloridine.

Drug Name : Cephaloridine

Cephaloridine, administered parenterally was used for bacterial infections, like lower respiratory tract, skin and urinary tract infections (before 1970s)